World Cup: VAR shows the downside of getting more calls right
England advances to the World Cup semifinals following a controversial VAR-assisted victory over Norway.
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The brief
England has reached the World Cup semifinals after defeating Norway, led by two goals from Jude Bellingham. The match featured a contentious goal for England that was aided by TV cable assist.
Coverage from ESPN, Reuters, and BBC emphasizes the friction caused by the technology, specifically noting the Norway head coach's frustration over the 'clear' assist. Arsenal.com highlighted the role of four English players in the team's progression.
Future attention will focus on England's performance in the semifinals, as BBC coverage notes dissatisfaction with the team's performance despite the win.
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Quick answers
Who scored the goals for England?
Jude Bellingham scored a double.
What caused the controversy during the match?
The Norway head coach expressed anger over a 'clear' TV cable assist for an England goal.
Which stage of the tournament has England reached?
England has reached the semifinals.
Coverage (6)
- Thomas Tuchel trusts England’s ‘special breed’ to find a way past Messi’s Argentina The Guardian · 13h ago
- Thomas Tuchel says he held England meeting to clear the air after Norway comments The New York Times · 13h ago
- Norway head coach fumes at 'clear' TV cable assist for England goal ESPN · 13h ago
- English quartet feature as Three Lions reach semis | International Arsenal.com · 13h ago
- 'Not happy with the performance' BBC · 13h ago
- Bellingham double fires England past Norway into World Cup semis Reuters · 13h ago
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